Baghdad: More than 4.4 million pilgrims have entered Iraq from abroad to attend the Arbaeen pilgrimage, with no security breaches recorded, the Security Media Cell said on Sunday.

According to Iraqi News Agency, the head of the Security Media Cell, Lt. Gen. Saad Maan, stated that the number of foreign pilgrims entering Iraq through all border crossings since the first day of Muharram had reached 4,465,079. He mentioned that pilgrim traffic remained substantial and arrivals through Iraq's border crossings were ongoing.

Maan further explained that the flow of pilgrims along all routes was proceeding smoothly, with no security breaches recorded. Senior commanders and field officers are continuing to oversee security operations. He also noted that the reverse movement of pilgrims returning home was in progress, with service efforts on high alert alongside enhanced traffic management, civil defense measures, and intensified intelligence operations across all sectors.

Maan highlighted that the prime minister has been actively monitoring the Arbaeen security and service plans. This includes ongoing directives and support for all committees operating under the Higher Committee for the Million-Person Pilgrimage. He emphasized that these efforts have significantly contributed to the success of the plan and provided the flexibility needed to improve services for pilgrims.